2009 Suzuki Swift vs. 2005 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Swift is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Swift (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Vitara. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 305 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Suzuki Vitara (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Swift. 2009 Suzuki Swift has automatic transmission and 2005 Suzuki Vitara has manual transmission. 2005 Suzuki Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Suzuki Swift will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Suzuki Swift | 2005 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Suzuki | Suzuki |
| Model | Swift | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2490 mm |
